Ruddock hails record-breaking support

Director of Rugby Mike Ruddock has praised the club’s supporters for their ‘fantastic’ backing after the Warriors announced record-breaking season ticket sales.

Fans have shown their support for Ruddock’s arrival in huge numbers with season tickets and debentures for the 2007/08 season smashing through the 4,000 barrier – a 10 per cent rise on this time 12 months ago and record for this time of year.

The Ticket Office has been busy with existing season ticket holders who were given a discounted rate and guaranteed first refusal on their current seat through the ‘Loyal Warrior’ offer that closed on Friday.


The dawn of the Ruddock era and arrival of new signings Sam Tuitupou, Greg Rawlinson, Loki Crichton, Nateni Talei and Shaun Ruwers has also seen interest in new season tickets rocket in recent weeks.


And now the club has revealed over 4,000 fans have already signed up to watch the new-look Warriors next season and Ruddock has been quick to thank supporters for backing his revolution at the club.


“I’m delighted with the news that we have sold so many season tickets so early, it’s very encouraging for the coaches and the players to see such a real statement of intent from our wonderful supporters,” he said.


“One of the reasons I came to Worcester Warriors was because of the fantastic support for the team through thick and thin. The fans really impressed me and have continued to do so ever since I walked through the doors at Sixways.


“I’m determined with my coaching team of Clive Griffiths and Billy McGinty to try and develop a quality product that rewards the loyalty of our tremendous fanbase.”


Warriors General Manager Charlie Little added: “What we are building here at Sixways is unique across European Rugby and our fans have a huge role to play in the future of the club.


“We have shown our ambition by bringing in a fantastic Director of Rugby in Mike Ruddock and having already signed players of real quality as part of this summer’s recruitment process. Now I hope that we can also secure the support of more season ticket holders.


“We would encourage anyone who wants to back our ambitious club with their commitment and support to look into our season ticket packages. There is no better time to become a part of the Warriors family.”


For more details on season ticket packages call the Ticket Office on 0870 990 5650.


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